Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in El Capitan Reservoir

"For a white-tablecloth affair that’s anything but stuffy, Jason Knibb’s modern-American destination keeps diners guessing with a menu inspired by San Diego’s ethnic diversity, local produce and the chef’s hometown of Montego Bay, Jamaica. But there’s much more than the bold and beautifully arranged entreés—and Knibb’s lauded tasting menu—which this spot is known for: Head straight to the bar for one of the best happy hours in the city, stop by earlier for the prix-fixe lunch that rotates monthly, or enjoy fresh pastries and house-smoked salmon at breakfast and brunch. Cap it all off with a stroll around the corner and you’ll find yourself at the ocean—then wave hi to the barking seals at the Children’s Pool."

"No dish says more about Nine-Ten Restaurant than its Jamaican jerk pork belly appetizer. This centerpiece pays homage to Executive Chef Jason Knibb’s Jamaican heritage, albeit in elevated form, and the pairing with baby carrots, swiss chard, plantains, and black-eyed peas with sweet potato purée gives it a California feel. It’s a variation on a theme repeated throughout the menu: flavor combinations that make sense, offered in surprising and refined ways."

"in the bar and loungeSpecials:  Bar food menu 25% | $5 select glasses of wine | $2 off beers.Ocean View: NoWhy Go: Excellent food in an elegant space well-located in the Grande Colonial Hotel on Prospect that also has a half-priced bottle of wine night on Wednesdays and a seasonal menu (love the half-baked chocolate cake and short ribs)Neighborhood: Village of La JollaAddress: 910 Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA 92037"

"Bertrand at Mr. A's just might be one of the best places to enjoy a skyline view of Downtown San Diego, Coronado, Balboa Park and Point Loma, with the occasional plane landing or taking off from the airport. The restaurant is perpetually voted one of the most romantic places to eat in the city. However, its casual elegance is also welcoming to families and you may leave your jacket and tie at home."

"It's always adult swim here—this is where the well-heeled grown-ups linger over their foie gras for at least a few hours. To wit: Mister A's requests business casual attire (collared shirts and closed-toe shoes for men) before 4:30 p.m. But that also means the fine dining at this institution is above reproach."

"2550 Fifth Ave 12th floor, San Diego, CA 92103 (619)-239-1377. Mister A’s has a lovely view of the city and the bay view. The view gets even better close to sunset."

"Though the live mariachi band has been temporarily suspended due to COVID-19, our favorite Carlsbad Mexican restaurant still provides all the fun, flavor, and tantalizing scents of Mexico’s authentic cuisine and culture. The colorful, vibrant restaurant with a happy fiesta vibe serves savory Mexican dishes with a Baja flair. We believe its famous margaritas are the best in the west."

"We have created a new, second-generation Casa de Bandini reminiscent of Mexico's beautiful and festive haciendas with overtones of our original restaurants. Enjoy fresh, delicious cuisine and the lively sound of mariachis, in an environment showcasing many beautiful facets of Mexican culture. Location: 1901 Calle Barcelona Carlsbad, CA 92009(760) 634-3443"

"Festive eatery serves classic Mexican cuisine in a colorful dining room with roving mariachi bands. Address : 1901 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, CA 92009, United States"

"Jose’s Courtroom Patio ViewGet incredible views of La Jolla Cove while nestled up in downtown La Jolla Village from this lively, family friendly Mexican restaurant!. Their menu offers all the classic favorites, including enchiladas, carne asada plates, and burritos, in a super-casual setting. If you happen to arrive when the front patio has some space, grab it quick!"

"Time: Monday – Friday from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.Specials: $3 beers | $4 margaritas, wines by the glass, and well cocktails | $5 appetizer specialsOcean View: NoWhy Go: Casual, festive sports bar featuring Mexican foodNeighborhood: Village of La JollaAddress: 1037 Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA 92037"

"A post shared by Jose's Courtroom (@josescourtroom) on Feb 21, 2019 at 6:22pm PST. In Jose’s Court Room you’ll have a fulfilling life experience. Devour real Mexican food with a twist, sip on cool cocktails, and all the while enjoy the ocean views."

"It’ll be hard to miss the chartered fishing boats in view of the restaurant’s entrance but that means you’ve come to the right spot. Along with cases full of ready-to-cook seafood, queue up to the counter and place your order for sushi, shrimp cocktails, seafood sandwiches and fried plates. There’s plenty of outdoor dining and the restaurant also has a dedicated parking lot."

"Point Loma Seafoods started out as a simple seafood purveyor. It’s still a casual eatery but they serve some of the most well-loved fried fish and crab cakes in San Diego. The food is fresh from the boat and they offer a variety of fried dishes, sandwiches, salads and sushi on the menu."

"When fishing boats unload their catch on-site, a seafood restaurant and market earns the right to boast that they offer “The Freshest Thing...Read More"

"It's easy to spend an hour in this heartfelt museum of surf artifacts, from a timeline of surfing history to surf-themed art and a radical collection of boards, including the one chomped by a shark when it ate the arm of surfer Bethany Hamilton. Special exhibits change frequently along different themes (eg Women of Surfing and Surfers of the Vietnam War)."

"An almost overwhelming medley of Spanish Renaissance and Baroque painting awaits at this museum in Balboa Park. El Greco, Murillo, Goya and Zurbarán are all here, together with Italian and Dutch Masters like Veronese, Canaletto, van Dyck, Rubens and Frans Hals. In the last few years, the museum was donated a raft of paintings from the Symbolist, Expressionist and New Objectivity movements, by Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, Robert Delaunay, Otto Dix and Alexej von Jawlensky."

"San Diego Museum of Art is known for its collection of renowned Spanish and Italian masters, collections of Indian paintings, 19th- and 20th-century American sculptures and paintings, and new and changing exhibits from across the globe. Famous names include El Greco, Diego Velázquez, and Francisco Goya. The museum restaurant, Panama 66, is one of our favorite places to eat in Balboa Park."

"The nation's leading luxury beauty products and spa destination, Bluemercury offers the world's best beauty products in a truly unique shopping experience. Location: 1905 Calle Barcelona Suite 163 Carlsbad, CA 92009(760) 634-8004"

"The Gaslamp Quarter’s beloved barleymash is back-in-action, beginning Thursday at Noon!. Now you can chow down on the city’s best loaded fries, flatbreads, and burgers from the newly created parklets, soon-to-be equipped with TVs. barleymash will be open from Noon – 10PM and can’t wait to serve you some of San Diego’s tastiest food and drink, created by Chef Kevin Templeton."

"The weekend crowds will always wait because they know two things: The line moves pretty quick, and the welcoming service that awaits is as good as the food. Swami’s started as a humble juice bar in Encinitas and has grown to nine current locations throughout San Diego, most being in North County. You can get a fresh smoothie, delicious Acai bowls, and vegetarian and vegan plates here."

"After eating the rest of the things on this list you might need a bit of a cleanse. Nourish yourself with an açai bowl before heading to the beach for a swim so you feel justified eating more food porn tomorrow."